Head of Global Payroll

Head Of Global Payroll

A premier global investment firm is seeking a strategic and hands-on Head of Global Payroll. Joining a high-performing Corporate Accounting Team, you will serve as the functional lead for payroll operations across the globe. This is a VP level role. This is a critical leadership role responsible for ensuring seamless, compliant, and timely payroll delivery while spearheading automation and process improvements for a sophisticated global workforce. Location: New York, NY (Midtown) Work Arrangement: Hybrid (4 days in office) from 8:30am-5:30pm Compensation & Benefits • Base Salary: $200,000– $250,000 (flexible, commensurate with experience). • Bonus: Eligible for a discretionary annual performance bonus. • Benefits: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance. • Retirement: 401k with company match after 1 year • 20 days of Vacation, 7 Sick days, and 3 Personal days. • Perks: Complimentary daily onsite lunch. Qualifications • 10+ years of progressive payroll experience, with a proven track record in a global leadership capacity. • Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related business field. • Technical Proficiency: Advanced expertise in Workday and ADP • Certifications: CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) or Global Payroll Management Certificate is highly desirable. • Subject Matter Expertise: Deep knowledge of international taxation, social insurance contributions, and global labor compliance. • Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead large-scale system implementations and transformations. Key Responsibilities • Global Oversight: Direct the end-to-end payroll lifecycle for all international regions, ensuring strict adherence to regional tax laws, labor regulations, and statutory filing mandates. • Financial Partnership: Lead payroll accounting, monthly reconciliations, and reporting in close collaboration with the broader Corporate Accounting and Finance teams. • Executive Compensation: Manage and execute high-level compensation payments to Executive Managing Directors via wire transfer. • System Innovation: Drive the optimization of global payroll systems; identify and implement automation initiatives to enhance scalability and accuracy. • Vendor Management: Manage relationships with international payroll service providers and third-party vendors to ensure service excellence. • Benefits & Compliance: Oversee 401k plan operations, including employer matching, and lead all internal/external audits related to payroll processes. • Strategic Collaboration: Act as a key stakeholder alongside Human Capital, Tax, and Technology departments to support firm-wide strategic initiatives. • Team Leadership: Mentor and develop team members, fostering a culture of high accountability and continuous professional growth.